Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival at Awash National Park – First Game Drive

   • Depart from Addis Ababa at 7:00 AM and begin your journey eastward.

   • Drive approximately 4 hours through scenic Ethiopian countryside and small rural towns.

   • Arrive at Awash National Park around midday and check into your lodge or hotel.

   • Enjoy a hearty lunch featuring a mix of local and international cuisine.

   • Embark on an afternoon game drive through the park's diverse habitats, including open savannah, acacia woodland, and riverine forest.

   • Spot wildlife such as Beisa oryx, Soemmerring's gazelle, baboons, warthogs, and a variety of bird species.

   • Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

   • Optional: Join a guided night safari to observe nocturnal wildlife and enjoy stargazing under the African sky.

   Overnight: Lodge or hotel inside or near Awash National Park.

2. Day 2: Wildlife Viewing and Scenic Exploration

   • Begin the day with an early morning game drive, ideal for viewing active predators such as lions and leopards.

   • Observe birdlife during the golden hours, with chances to spot endemic and migratory species.

   • Return to the lodge for breakfast.

   • Visit the impressive Awash Falls, where the river drops into a dramatic gorge – a perfect location for photography.

   • Enjoy lunch and take a short break at the lodge.

   • In the afternoon, go on a guided nature walk along designated park trails.

   • Explore the area's unique ecosystems, and engage in bird watching, with over 450 species recorded in the park.

   • Return to your lodge for dinner and a second overnight stay.

   Overnight: Lodge or hotel near Awash National Park.

3. Day 3: Final Exploration and Return to Addis Ababa

   • Eat a relaxed breakfast while enjoying views of the surrounding landscape.

   • Embark on a final morning game drive to spot any wildlife you may have missed.

   • Visit the Filwoha Hot Springs and relax in the natural thermal pools, surrounded by lush palms and tranquil scenery.

   • Return to the lodge for lunch and final check-out.

   • Begin your drive back to Addis Ababa in the early afternoon.

   • Arrive in the city by early evening and transfer to your hotel.

   • Mark the end of your Awash National Park adventure.